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Aston Martin DB 6 Volante Mk II

General information

ModelAston Martin DB 6 Volante Mk II
Year1969
CategoryCabriolets/sport cars
Rating58 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size3996 ccm (243.84 cubic inches)
Seats4
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionManual, 5-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement3996 ccm (243.84 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 6 cylinder
Max power285.90 PS (210 kW or 282 HP) at 5500 Rev. per min.
Max torque371 Nm (37.8 kgf-m or 273.6 ft.lbs) at 4500 Rev. per min.
Bore x stroke96.0 x 92.0 mm (3.8 x 3.6 inches)
Fuel systemCarburetor
Lubrication systemWet sump
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 5-speed

Speed and acceleration

Power/weight ratio0.1950 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeCabriolet
Max no. of doors2
Passenger space4330 litres (1,144 gallons)
Aerodynamic dragcoefisient0.5

Steering, brakes and tires

Front brakesDisks
Rear brakesDisks

Dimensions and weight

Weight1466 kg (3,232.0 pounds)
Overall length4630 mm (182.3 inches)
Overall width1680 mm (66.1 inches)
Overall height1370 mm (53.9 inches)
Ground clearance160 mm (6.3 inches)
Wheelbase2590 mm (102.0 inches)
Fuel capacity86.0 litres (22.72 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originUK
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